assessment checklist
Infrastructure Assessment Checklist
- Create an inventory list of all hardware including servers, workstations, routers, switches, etc.
- Document all software applications and versions installed on each system.
- Examine network diagrams to understand the layout and connections.
- Review firewall configurations and access controls for security vulnerabilities.
- Analyze network traffic patterns to identify areas of congestion.
- Review system logs for any recurring issues or errors.
- Evaluate the current capacity of servers and network equipment.
- Consider future expansion plans and assess if current infrastructure can accommodate.
- Inspect cooling systems to ensure servers are operating at optimal temperatures.
- Check for any physical security vulnerabilities such as unauthorized access points.
- Check server configurations for compliance with security standards.
- Ensure all servers are patched and up to date with the latest software updates.
- Review monitoring tools in place for server performance and uptime.
- Verify that alerts are configured for critical system events.
- Use network monitoring tools to analyze bandwidth usage across different times of the day.
- Consider upgrading network equipment if bandwidth is consistently maxed out.
- Check backup schedules and retention policies for critical data.
- Verify that backups are stored securely offsite to protect against data loss.
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